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One Bangkok Unveils a Vision of ‘A City Always Ready’
Published on 23/09/2025
» In an era where urban living poses a myriad of challenges, the pursuit of an "ideal city" capable of comprehensively meeting every need and adapting to constant change has become paramount. This sentiment resonates with the Global Liveability Index 2025 report by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), which highlights that leading cities such as Copenhagen, Vienna, and Zurich consistently share a common thread: 'comprehensive quality of life.' This encompasses safety and security, health, environment, education, cost of living and robust infrastructure – all critical factors reflecting sustainable living. The pertinent question for a metropolis like Bangkok is: where can one find a place that delivers such a world-class living experience?
Vienna wins on home turf as it hosts first tram driver world cup
AFP, Published on 14/09/2025
» VIENNA - Vienna hosted the first ever Tram Driver World Championship on Saturday, with the city's skilled drivers emerging victorious out of 25 teams from across the world battling it out in a tense competition.
Theft prank; evil eye; durian feast; errant monk
News, Published on 14/09/2025
» An Udon Thani man, frustrated with life, stole gold rings from two stores in succession, claiming he wanted to go to jail to "take a rest".
On top of the world in Kathmandu
Roger Crutchley, Published on 14/09/2025
» I was sorry to read about the unrest in Kathmandu this week. As a kid in the UK during the 1950s I used to daydream about far away places with strange-sounding names. One of those places was Kathmandu.
Spurs get Frank off to flier as Haaland sparks revamped Man City
AFP, Published on 17/08/2025
» LONDON - Tottenham manager Thomas Frank enjoyed a "dream" home debut with a 3-0 win over Burnley, while Erling Haaland inspired new-look Manchester City's 4-0 rout of Wolves on the opening weekend of the Premier League season on Saturday.
Billionaire pleads guilty in gift scandal that rattled Singapore
Bloomberg News, Published on 05/08/2025
» SINGAPORE — A billionaire best known for bringing Formula One (F1) night racing to Singapore has pleaded guilty in relation to a scandal to supply a senior politician with luxury gifts, as the yearslong saga nears conclusion.
Exercise can improve cognition in older adults
Life, Published on 29/07/2025
» Dear Doctors: I am 82 years old, and I have tested negative for Alzheimer's disease. But I do have some cognitive dysfunction. Can this be slowed? I exercise 30 minutes a day. In addition to that, I walk at least 1 mile. I also bicycle vigorously for two six-minute periods a day. Do you think this is helping?
Saen Saep walkway hits the sweet spot
News, Published on 21/07/2025
» Bangkok is getting a 47.5 kilometre long walkway and bicycle path along the Saen Saep Canal to connect commuters not only to public transport, but to one another.
Small is beautiful
Oped, Postbag, Published on 16/07/2025
» Re: "Empowering middle-income states", (Opinion, April 28).
CPR saves cyclist after collapse in Lop Buri
News, Published on 12/07/2025
» Quick-thinking local residents rushed to perform CPR on a cyclist in his 50s who lost consciousness after suffering a seizure while riding along a road in Lop Buri province on Saturday morning. He was later reported to be out of danger in Phra Narai Maharaj Hospital.